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  • Avg. price: ~£25
  • Form factor: in-ear
  • Connectivity: Wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

TaoTronics TT EP008 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

5.9

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
5.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

5.9

Sound

20.0%

4.7

Features

10.0%

8.0

Design

8.0%

6.5

Connectivity

6.0%

5.6

Battery

4.0%

6.3

Calls & Controls

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 2.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 5.9
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    9.7

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 2.7
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 5.0
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    9.7

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £25

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Verdict

The TaoTronics TT-EP008 is a pair of wired, in-ear active noise-cancelling (ANC) headphones featuring an aluminum alloy construction and a frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz. Key characteristics include a rechargeable battery that provides up to 15 hours of ANC playtime, a 32-ohm impedance, and a 1.4-meter cable equipped with an in-line remote and microphone. Main pros include its lightweight 31g design, effective reduction of low-frequency engine drone for travel, and high value-for-money at its price point. Notable cons include a slight high-frequency hiss when ANC is active in quiet rooms, lack of a noise-canceling microphone for calls, and physical ear fatigue reported after extended use.

Technical Specifications of TaoTronics TT EP008

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

?

Features

10.0%

?

Design

8.0%

?

Connectivity

6.0%

?

Battery

4.0%

?

Calls & Controls

5.9
TaoTronics TT EP008 has a technical score of 5.94 points, which is higher than that of 71.8% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
TaoTronics TT EP008 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.9

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.2
TaoTronics TT EP008 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is higher than 68.4% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
TaoTronics TT EP008 supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

13 mm
TaoTronics TT EP008 uses a driver size of 13 mm, smaller driver size than 85.7% of headphones and equal to 0.4% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
TaoTronics TT EP008 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

20 Hz
TaoTronics TT EP008 reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
TaoTronics TT EP008 does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
TaoTronics TT EP008 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

1
TaoTronics TT EP008 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
TaoTronics TT EP008 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Wired
TaoTronics TT EP008 supports Wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
TaoTronics TT EP008 supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
TaoTronics TT EP008 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

no
TaoTronics TT EP008 does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

15 hours
TaoTronics TT EP008 offers battery life with ANC of 15 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 88.7% of headphones and equal to 3.2% of headphones.
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
TaoTronics TT EP008 needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

140 mAh
TaoTronics TT EP008 has a battery capacity of 140 mAh, lower battery capacity than 97.6% of headphones and equal to 0.3% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

TaoTronics
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

in-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

31.8 g
TaoTronics TT EP008 weighs 31.8 g, lighter than 82.6% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
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TaoTronics TT EP008 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    TaoTronics TT EP008 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    TaoTronics TT EP008 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • 85.4% lower weight
    TaoTronics TT EP008 is lighter than the average headphone (31.8 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    TaoTronics TT EP008 is lighter than the average headphone (31.8 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.31.8 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    TaoTronics TT EP008 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
    When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TaoTronics TT EP008 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • On-device controls
    TaoTronics TT EP008 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TaoTronics TT EP008 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    TaoTronics TT EP008 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    TaoTronics TT EP008 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 3.6x cheaper
    TaoTronics TT EP008 is cheaper than the average headphone (£25 vs £90).
    TaoTronics TT EP008 is cheaper than the average headphone (£25 vs £90).£25 vs £90
  • Rechargeable battery
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones rely on an internal rechargeable battery instead of replaceable disposable cells.
    When it matters: When you expect regular wireless use and want charging convenience instead of buying and replacing disposable batteries.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • 85.4% lower weight
    TaoTronics TT EP008 is lighter than the average headphone (31.8 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Active noise cancellation
    TaoTronics TT EP008 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Rechargeable battery
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    TaoTronics TT EP008 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • On-device controls
    TaoTronics TT EP008 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    TaoTronics TT EP008 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.

Total
Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • Fixed cable
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No travel bag
    TaoTronics TT EP008 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No passive noise reduction
    TaoTronics TT EP008 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 27 mm smaller driver size
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has smaller driver size than the average headphone (13 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 15 hours shorter ANC battery life
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 76.7% lower battery capacity
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (140 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • No voice assistant support
    TaoTronics TT EP008 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • No passive noise reduction
    TaoTronics TT EP008 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
    When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TaoTronics TT EP008 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 27 mm smaller driver size
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has smaller driver size than the average headphone (13 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
    When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TaoTronics TT EP008 has smaller driver size than the average headphone (13 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.13 mm vs 40 mm
  • No voice assistant support
    TaoTronics TT EP008 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
    What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
    When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

    Importance: LOW

    TaoTronics TT EP008 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
    What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
    When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 15 hours shorter ANC battery life
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
    When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >40 hours

    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.15 hours vs 30 hours
  • 76.7% lower battery capacity
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (140 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
    What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
    When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=720 mAh

    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (140 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.140 mAh vs 600 mAh
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    TaoTronics TT EP008 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 4.65x less popular
    TaoTronics TT EP008 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
    TaoTronics TT EP008 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
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Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Features

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What customers like about TaoTronics TT EP008?

  • Effective active noise cancellation (ANC) for reducing background hums like airplane engines
  • Extremely lightweight design (31g) making them comfortable for long-term wear
  • Comes with a useful travel bundle including a carrying case and airplane adapter
  • Impressive battery life for the ANC feature, offering up to 15 hours on a single charge
  • Solid build quality for the price point, featuring metal accents on the earbuds
  • In-line control panel for easy volume and playback management

What customers dislike about TaoTronics TT EP008?

  • Audio quality can sound 'flat' or 'thin' when active noise cancellation is turned off
  • Micro-USB charging port is considered outdated compared to modern USB-C standards
  • The ANC module (battery pack) on the wire can feel slightly bulky or intrusive
  • Bass response is moderate and may not satisfy users looking for heavy or deep low-end
  • Higher volumes can sometimes lead to slight sound distortion or muddiness

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